title: Training of native technicians in audiological techniques in northern Ontario: an update.
abstract: A native audiological technician is performing a useful service in the James Bay area. Major shortcomings in data gathering and supervision are being addressed, so that we may monitor quantity and quality of work more closely. Audiological supervision is considered to be particularly important, and has been upgraded. Telecommunication is being installed in the near future, and clerical assistance for the technician introduced.
authors.affiliation: Department of Otolaryngology, Hotel Dieu Hospital, Kingston, Ontario, Canada.
authors.forename: D M
authors.initials: DM
authors.lastname: Williams
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Varette-Cerre
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D001298:Audiology / Q000379:methods; D002648:Child; D004427:Ear Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D007198:Indians, North American; D009864:Ontario; D000078329:Workforce